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By redesigning the 2024 Land Cruiser, Toyota reinforces its commitment to off-road excellence. In this episode, we share our first impressions of the new Land Cruiser, highlighting its hybrid powertrain, nostalgic design elements, and off-road capabilities. We also explore how Consumer Reports' new CR Recommended initiative enhances value for car buyers. Additionally, we look at whether front-wheel-drive EVs offer any real benefit.
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SHOW NOTES
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00:00 – Introduction
00:16 – Overview: 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser
03:09 – Land Cruiser’s History
04:38 – New and Different
06:56 – Driving
09:45 – Things We Dislike
14:18 – The Ride
15:08 – Interior
15:48 – Controls
16:27 – Visibility
17:03 – Do We Like It?
18:59 – Would We Buy It?
23:33 – Question #1: What is CR Recommended?
28:19 – Question #2: Are there any significant benefits to using a front-wheel-drive configuration for EVs?
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First Drive: 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser Is a Charming Throwback With a Touch of Modernity
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